Halloween Universe

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Mask Fabrication

Videos built around the mask fabrication theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

37 videos

How to Make a Halloween Mask "Painting" | Monster Lab
25:31
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Halloween Mask "Painting" | Monster Lab

In this installment of Distortions Unlimited's Monster Lab series, Ed Edmunds demonstrates how to create a latex Halloween mask from start to finish. The episode walks through pouring latex and painting the finished mask, which can be worn as part of a costume or used as a display piece. It draws on Distortions' professional background in haunt props, masks, and animatronics.

DistortionsUnlimited· 348,803 views
Silicone caulk mold prt 1
16:13
DIY PropsIntermediate

Silicone caulk mold prt 1

This first part of a mold-making series from Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through creating a one-piece mold using 100% silicone caulk. The process involves thinning the caulk with naphtha to achieve a workable consistency suitable for capturing fine detail. It is aimed at SPFX artists and haunt builders who want an affordable alternative to commercial silicone systems. Proper ventilation is emphasized throughout due to the solvents involved.

StiltbeastStudios· 96,440 views
Wednesday Mask Paint A Thon!
3:26:34
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Wednesday Mask Paint A Thon!

Stiltbeast Studios hosts an extended paint-a-thon session focused on painting a Halloween mask, streamed in a marathon-length format. The session appears to walk viewers through the process of bringing a mask to life with paint and detail work. Given the channel's professional haunt background, techniques are likely geared toward achieving high-quality, haunt-ready results.

StiltbeastStudios· 67,673 views
Making a two part mold 2
20:40
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a two part mold 2

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of constructing a two-part mold intended for casting latex masks. The tutorial covers the key steps and considerations involved in splitting a mold correctly to produce clean, wearable results. This is the second installment in what appears to be a multi-part series on mask fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 51,154 views
Latex Mask Making Magic Formula & How to Mix Paint for Masks | Monster Lab
15:49
Makeup TutorialsBeginnerlow (common household and craft supplies)

Latex Mask Making Magic Formula & How to Mix Paint for Masks | Monster Lab

In this Monster Lab episode, Distortions Unlimited's Ed Edmunds walks through the studio's proprietary 'magic formula' for mixing paint used on latex masks. The recipe combines indoor house paint, water, and mask-making latex to create a flexible, durable paint that adheres properly to latex surfaces. The tutorial is presented as a clear refresher of techniques covered across the Monster Lab series, making it easy for newcomers to get up to speed quickly.

DistortionsUnlimited· 37,791 views
Pouring a Latex mask in a plaster mold
5:50
DIY PropsIntermediate

Pouring a Latex mask in a plaster mold

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through the final stage of latex mask making — pouring liquid latex into a plaster mold to produce a finished, wearable mask. The video addresses one of the most commonly asked questions in his mask-making series, bridging the gap between having a completed mold and holding an actual prop-quality mask. Viewers learn how the latex slush-casting process transforms raw materials into a ready-to-wear piece suitable for haunted attractions or costuming.

StiltbeastStudios· 30,483 views
Adding hair to a latex mask
15:01
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Adding hair to a latex mask

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of applying hair to a custom-made latex werewolf mask. The tutorial focuses on the finishing and detailing stage of mask creation, showing how hair application transforms a raw latex piece into a convincing creature prop. This is a practical guide for haunt builders and mask makers looking to add realism to their latex work.

StiltbeastStudios· 25,807 views
Two part plaster mask mold
3:46:16
DIY PropsIntermediate

Two part plaster mask mold

This long-form tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios walks through the complete process of building a two-part plaster mask mold from start to finish. Running nearly four hours, it is structured as a comprehensive, question-answering session covering every stage of the molding workflow. The format suggests a live or recorded hangout, making it especially accessible for learners who want real-time explanations alongside the demonstration.

StiltbeastStudios· 19,970 views
How to Paint a Ripper Psycho Mask - Borderlands 4 Cosplay Cel Shading Painting Tutorial - 3D Printed
18:19
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Paint a Ripper Psycho Mask - Borderlands 4 Cosplay Cel Shading Painting Tutorial - 3D Printed

This tutorial walks through the hand-painting process for a 3D-printed Ripper Psycho Mask from Borderlands 4, focusing on the game's signature cel shading art style. The mask was printed in grey PLA using a Bambu X1C, with official free cosplay files provided by Borderlands on Printables. The creator uses a range of Liquitex Heavy Body acrylics alongside a rust weathering product to achieve the gritty, comic-book-inspired look. While time-consuming, the technique is broken down accessibly for cosplayers at various skill levels.

SKS Props· 16,175 views
Make a latex and foam master in the mold
36:47
DIY PropsIntermediate

Make a latex and foam master in the mold

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through the complete process of creating a latex and foam master inside a mold — useful both for producing additional molds and for creating standalone foam-filled busts. The session was recorded live, so viewer questions are addressed in real time, adding extra instructional depth. Materials used include mask latex and an expanding rigid foam, both sourced from BITY Mold Supply.

StiltbeastStudios· 14,119 views
two part mask mold- live full process
2:54:46
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

two part mask mold- live full process

Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the complete two-part mask mold process in an extended, nearly three-hour live session. The video covers every stage from setup to pull, giving aspiring mask makers and haunt prop builders a thorough look at professional-level mold fabrication techniques. Allen Hopps, known for his work in haunted attraction design, leads the demonstration with the depth and candor typical of a live-format build. This is an unedited, real-time walkthrough rather than a condensed tutorial, making it especially valuable for those who want to see the full workflow without cuts.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,701 views
Molding A Half Mask In Ultracal
2:13:31
DIY PropsAdvanced

Molding A Half Mask In Ultracal

This lengthy studio tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the full process of molding a half mask using Ultracal, a professional-grade gypsum cement favored in creature and prop shops. The video is presented by Allen Hopps, a well-known figure in the haunted attraction industry, lending a professional perspective to each step. At over two hours, it provides an in-depth look at the mold-making workflow suitable for producing wearable Halloween masks. The result is a durable mold ready for pulling finished mask pieces for haunted house or costume use.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,520 views
Resurrection Mask Painting with Jordu Schell, Ed, & Marsha
1:43
Makeup Tutorials

Resurrection Mask Painting with Jordu Schell, Ed, & Marsha

Legendary creature sculptor Jordu Schell joins Distortions Unlimited founders Ed and Marsha to paint masks from the Resurrection collector mask line. The short clip offers a behind-the-scenes look at the professional hand-painting process used on these high-end Halloween masks. It provides a rare glimpse into how studio-level artists approach finishing collector-grade pieces.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,133 views
WESBOT LIVE March 27th, 2024 - Join the livestream on cutting a NEW MASK: GEMINI!
8:29:50
DIY Props

WESBOT LIVE March 27th, 2024 - Join the livestream on cutting a NEW MASK: GEMINI!

CFX Masks hosts an all-day livestream showcasing the robotic sculpting of their newest design, the Gemini mask, using their in-house Kuka 6-axis robotic arm nicknamed Wesbot. The workflow begins with a digital sculpt that is translated into a robot path program, allowing the machine to carve the bulk of the form from Monsterclay. Human artists then step in to add finishing details and refinements the robot cannot achieve, ultimately producing a wearable silicone mask. The stream offers an extended, real-time look at how professional-grade technology is integrated into high-end mask production.

CFX MASKS· 7,975 views
Sculpt a Wolfman Mask
9:10
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Sculpt a Wolfman Mask

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds demonstrates how to sculpt a Wolfman mask from WED clay, offering a look into professional-level creature mask creation. The tutorial is drawn from the channel's Mask Maker kit series, which covers sculpting, painting, and mold-making for a range of creature designs. Viewers get hands-on insight into the shaping and detailing techniques used to bring a classic monster to life in clay.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,729 views
fix a plaster mold, repair a mask mold, latex mask mold repair
12:25
DIY PropsIntermediate

fix a plaster mold, repair a mask mold, latex mask mold repair

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of repairing a damaged plaster mold used for casting latex Halloween masks. The video covers practical techniques for restoring a mold back to a usable condition, extending the life of an existing tool rather than starting from scratch. This is a hands-on, workshop-style tutorial from a studio with a professional creature-making background.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,896 views
Mold A Thon Friday!
3:39:20
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mold A Thon Friday!

A lengthy marathon-style live session from StiltbeastStudios hosted by Allen Hopps, focused on mold making and mask/prop fabrication for haunted attractions. The extended format suggests a deep dive into multiple stages of the molding and casting process in real time. Viewers can expect hands-on demonstration of techniques used in professional-level Halloween prop and mask creation.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,281 views
Best Sculpting Tools for Clay | Three Sculptors Share Tips
11:53
DIY PropsIntermediate

Best Sculpting Tools for Clay | Three Sculptors Share Tips

Three experienced sculptors from Distortions Unlimited — Ed Edmunds, Mikey Rotella, and Tom Cassidy — share their go-to clay sculpting tools and techniques for creating monsters and Halloween props. The video is a curated mashup drawn from the Monster Lab tutorial series, condensing multiple perspectives into a single practical guide. Viewers get a rare look at how professional creature and mask makers approach tool selection in a real studio environment.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,248 views
Shop Work Masks!
3:12:52
DIY PropsIntermediate

Shop Work Masks!

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through a workshop-focused session centered on building Halloween masks. The session runs over three hours, suggesting a deep-dive, process-oriented build rather than a quick overview. Content is geared toward haunted attraction builders and serious Halloween enthusiasts looking to level up their prop and wearable-mask game.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,947 views
monster Camp 20 last sculpting hour!
9:56
DIY PropsAdvanced

monster Camp 20 last sculpting hour!

StiltbeastStudios documents the final sculpting hour of Monster Camp, capturing the intense push to complete creature and mask work before time runs out. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the last stretch of the sculpting process, highlighting the craft and dedication that goes into professional-quality Halloween prop and mask creation. The video offers a compelling behind-the-scenes look at how monsters come to life for haunted attractions and Halloween applications.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,568 views
foam filing a mask in the mold.
4:51
DIY PropsIntermediate

foam filing a mask in the mold.

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of filling a mask mold with foam, a key step in producing wearable haunted-attraction masks. The video focuses on the hands-on technique of getting foam properly into the mold cavity for a clean, consistent result. At just five minutes, it delivers a focused, practical look at this stage of mask fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,289 views
detailing a sculpt
2:19:27
DIY PropsAdvanced

detailing a sculpt

StiltbeastStudios takes viewers through an extended sculpting session focused on refining the forms and adding surface detail to a half mask. The session emphasizes the iterative process of pushing and pulling shapes until anatomy and texture read convincingly. At nearly two and a half hours, it functions as an in-depth live working demonstration rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,105 views
Two Part Plaster Mold- Beast Mode Sculpture.
2:43:24
DIY PropsAdvanced

Two Part Plaster Mold- Beast Mode Sculpture.

StiltbeastStudios walks through the full process of creating a two-part plaster mold from an original beast sculpture, a core skill in professional prop and mask fabrication. The extended runtime suggests deep coverage of every stage, from preparing the sculpture and applying mold walls to pouring and releasing the finished mold. This is the kind of foundational technique used by haunted attraction builders and mask makers to reproduce complex creature pieces at scale.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,802 views
Two Part Mask Mold!
2:24:04
DIY PropsAdvanced

Two Part Mask Mold!

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through the complete process of building a two-part mask mold in this in-depth, feature-length tutorial. Spanning over two hours, the video is designed to give Halloween mask makers and haunt prop builders a thorough understanding of the mold-making workflow from start to finish. The level of detail suggests coverage of everything from initial preparation through final demolding, making it a substantial reference for anyone serious about fabricating wearable character masks.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,695 views